1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 2013 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Triumph Mayflower | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Triumph | Audi |
| Model | Mayflower | A5 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 106 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2751 mm |
